Heat Advisory

Locations Affected

Klawock Alaska Native Village Statistical Area, AK ∙ Annette WSO Airport, AK ∙ Hydaburg Alaska Native Village Statistical Area, AK ∙ Mount Reid, AK ∙ Heceta Island, AK ∙ Thorne Bay, AK ∙ Thunder Mountain, AK ∙ Ketchikan, AK ∙ Grace Mountain, AK ∙ Annette, AK

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 447 AM AKDT Fri Aug 29 2025 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM AKDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Temperatures up to around 80 in the afternoon and early evenings. * WHERE...Prince of Wales Island, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, City of Hyder, and Annette Island. * WHEN...Until 7 PM AKDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Individuals not accustomed to these unusually hot temperatures for this region may experience heat related illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Afternoon temperatures will be warmest in areas not prone to sea breezes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids and check up on elderly and vulnerable relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances as vehicle interiors can reach extreme temperatures in as little as 10 minutes. Take extra precautions when working in the sun. Wear sunscreen and lightweight, loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Close curtains during the daytime to reduce insolation into the home and open windows at night to allow the home to cool off. Utilize fans or community buildings with air conditioning.

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